20 farm assistant jobs found in Gordonton

We are looking for someone that is reliable with a positive, can do attitude to join a husband and wife team on farm. We are milking 440 cows through a 44 aside herringbone shed, twice a day through to the end of the season, this role is ending at the end of May 2025. Farm is situated just outside of Morrinsville. Your role on farm will include, but not be limited to, milking and feeding out baleage as needs arise over the summer/ autumn period.  You will be capable of sole charge, getting cows in , milking, hosing up, vat wash etc.  Our ideal applicant will be a couple, with the partner being able to help with milkings too. This role will be paid on a per milking basis which will be negotiable on experience.  We realise this can be an odd time for a job on farm however our last team member left on genuine reason. This role is only looking to be around 30 to 35 hours approximately per week so may suit someone who does other releif milking or has other off farm job that can...

We require an honest, reliable, hardworking Farm Assistant/ Herd Manager to join our team in Te Awamutu, Waikato. Previous farming experience is preferred. Duties include but are not limited to: - Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine - Animals: Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. - Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. - Environment: Assists with nutrient, effluent and water management as directed by farm policy. - People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. - Machine, Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy. - Health, safety and wellbeing: Involved in building a health, safety and wellbeing culture. Models farms health, safety and wellbeing policy. Minimum hours of work are 30hrs per week. Applicants must have a criminal free record. We have a strict health and safety policy so candidates may...

We are seeking a motivated person who is in New Zealand and ready for an immediate start. This person needs to be genuine about furthering a career in the dairy Industry. You will be required to assist to carry out the day to day farm jobs. You will be part of our team working within a 11-3 roster, milking 600 cows in a split calving system. Our focus on nutrition, animal health and welfare, combined with attention to detail in all aspects of the operation provide us with a high productive performance. The farm is well developed with excellent facilities, infrastructure and machinery. You will be a member of a respectful and conscientious team of four working in a stimulating environment on an exceptional property. You will be need to demonstrate a willingness to learn and apply yourself to the job. No previous experience is necessary as all training will be farm based but basic knowledge of animals and machinery will be required. With the right attitude the potential exists to...

Farm assistant required to assist milking 800 cows through a 48 aside herringbone. Fast paced farm and steep in places. Plenty of early starts, so if you're not good at early mornings, do not apply. We are looking for at least 6 months experience or a Level 2 qualification. Your duties include but are not limited to: Assisting with daily operation tasks as directed, including feeding, milking, animal health, effluent. Is aware of on-farm compliance, eg health, safety and wellbeing: environment, animal welfare etc Your roster is 6 on 2 off Hourly rate $29.66 inclusive of accommodation. Min guaranteed 30 hours-max 50 hours Accommodation is shared. You must pass a pre-employment drug test. No previous criminal convictions - we conduct a Ministry of Justice check. No pets No smokers. You must have a drivers license . 2 References from previous employers

Due to unforseen cicumstances we are in urgent need of an experienced farm assistant / herd manager for our 750 cow dairy farm 7 kms SW of Cambridge. Excellent infastructure and facilities on farm. You will be reporting to our Farm manager who has been a valuable member of our team alongside a 2IC. We do not have a feed pad but have in shed feeding along with a suite of techknowledgy. You will be considered for this position only if you are in NZ currently ( There is no point in applying if you are not ) If you are not an NZ resident you will need to have an up to date work visa and the relevant paperwork to be here. This position is available immediately and if you prove yourself to be the star performer this will carry for concurrent seasons with the ability to progress through the ranks of our team. We have enjoyed previous employees leave our business to move on to better themselves in the industry that has done so much for us. We consider ourselves to be very good...

We are looking for a farm assistant to finish the current season. The position will end on 31 May 2025. We milk 460 cows OAD, duties include milking, feeding out, weed spraying, effluent management, fencing and general farm maintenance.  3 bedroom house with garage provided.

Farm assistant required for this 800 cow dairy farm System 2-3 Milking through a 60 bale rotary shed. You will assist with the daily operation tasks as directed, including feeding, milking, animal health, effluent.  You will need to be aware of on-farm compliance, eg, health, safety and wellbeing, environment and animal welfare. Your dutues include but are not limited to: Carry out milk harvesting tasks safely and efficiently.  Solve milk quality issues as per farm policy.  Clean and maintain the milking plant and farm dairy equipment.  Carry out hygiene tasks, good stockmanship, assist with recording and maintaining all herd health treatments.  Report on calvings, assist with calving records, identify  health issues and appropriate treatments.   You will need at least 1 full season experience and a L2 Qualification preferred. Roster 8 on 2 off Minimum 30 hours No pets No smoking or vaping Drivers license required No criminal convictions, no drugs. We will...

We are looking for a farm assistant for a 500 cows, 50 bale rotary shed, for mixed topography farm in Okoroire near Tirau. Responsibilities: Perform milk harvesting tasks efficiently and safely. ​ Understand and adhere to milk quality regulations. ​ Assist with cleaning and maintaining milking equipment; report faults. ​ Safely move and handle animals; monitor and report on their wellbeing. ​ Observe and report any signs of ill health in stock. ​ Assist with the safe handling and rearing of calves. ​ Develop skills in observing, recording, and reporting on cows preparing to calve; assist with calving. ​ Assist with mating management and heat detection; understand breeding for herd improvement. ​ Help with weed control and learn about animal health issues related to crops. ​ Assist with feeding stock and managing changing feed needs during lactation. ​ Help with pasture and feed allocation; set break fences and feed out as...

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join a progressive team as a 2IC.  Milking 740 cows, twice a day, through a well-appointed 50 bale rotary shed with ACRs.  They operate a system 5 farm utilising supplements all year round, on a feedpad. They require someone enthusiastic, goal driven, having had experience with higher input farms, including the handling of mixer wagons and telehandlers. Roster is 8 days on/2 days off then 8 days on/ 3 days off all season, managing 3 hour breaks most days. Good remuneration package, including excellent housing, PPE and phone allowance. If you are eligible to work in NZ, have a full drivers license, no drug or criminal record, please email your CV along with 2 references.

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Farm Manager to join our team next season. • Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture. • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene. • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program. • Assist to work within best practice environmental guideline. • Ensure effective communication with colleagues and employers. • Effectively manage the dairy operation in the Farm Manager's absence.  Applicants must have the following requirements: • References for employment history and a skill set of the required level. • Applicants must be able to operate a motorbike. • Applicants must be able to operate a tractor confidently. • Applicants must be capable to confidently identify and treat animals with health issues • Pasture Management...

We are looking for an assistant farm manager for a mixed topography farm in Okoroire near Tirau. 500 cows, 50 bale rotary shed and spring calving. Duties include: Manage milk harvesting and troubleshoot issues. ​ Maintain and repair milking plant and dairy equipment. ​ Implement and monitor animal health plans, diagnose and treat health issues, and train junior staff. ​ Oversee calving mobs, calf rearing, and ensure proper recording and tagging. ​ Monitor pasture, feed intake, and cow condition, and collaborate with senior staff. ​ Develop and implement feed plans and budgets. ​ Manage effluent systems in compliance with regulations. ​ Maintain water and irrigation systems. ​ Plan for personal and career development and support junior staff growth. ​ Applicant must have at least three years of work experience.  A high level of physical fitness is required for this role.  Random drug test can be conducted, The applicant must have a clean...

Part time milk harvester required in gordonton area to help milk 240 cows through a 20 ashb. Job is a drive in role and flexible. All levels of experience will be considered

Drive-in milker/farm assistant who can milk as part of a 2-person team in the morning and sole-charge the TAD herd in the afternoon through a 23-aside herringbone with cup removers. Additional tasks as required like bringing in cows & setting up fences, potentially extra hours available for fencing, tree felling/wood cutting, weed control etc. This role would also be suitable for an ambitious trainee with a desire and passion to develop the skills necessary for a career in dairy farming. Remuneration according to experience and responsibilities. If you have a willingness to learn, you are dependable, fit, energetic and sufficiently experienced, please email your CV and cover letter including references from your last two employers to support your application. Only applicants who are genuine, drug free and eligible to work in NZ please. Farm location: 7 km North of Hamilton in Horotiu/Te kowhai area

Relief Milker required to milk 290 cows through a 24ashb. This is a drive in role. 10 min from Morrinsville . You will be milking with one other. Flexible roll, all levels of experience considered.

Milking - Assist in efficient and hygienic milking routine.   Follow procedure to produce high quality milk. Animals - Assist in safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.   Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.      Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.   Assist with pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.   Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.   People - Work well with others, building a strong team culture.   Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.   Machine, vehicles, and technology - Safely use and maintain vehicles on farm as directed by on farm...

OAD milking all season never milk cows in the afternoon again 8 km from Matamata . No feed pad. System 2 farm. We are looking for a staff member to help us milk 400 cows with young stock on and all general farm work Cowshed is 34 aside with Protrack meal feeders auto teat spray. Cow manger ear tags with heat detection never use tail paint again. There will be a per employment and random drug check as part of our health and safety policy. Only NZ citizen or valid work visa apply no dogs.

Assistant Herd Manager required for a farm in Waikato. We are looking for an Assistant Herd Manager. The applicant will need to undertake farm duties confidently. Those duties include, but not restricted to planning, organizing, controlling, executing farm operations to breed and raise dairy cattle for milk, meat, breeding stock. Perform Assistant Herd Manager duties and other responsibilities as required. Employment Type: Permanent Full-time Days Required: Mondays to Fridays and may include night shifts and weekends depending on the job orders. Hours: Minimum guaranteed hours of 60-90 hours per fortnight. Hourly rate or Salary band: $29.66 - $35 per hour. Either 3 years of relevant work experience OR at least level 4 relevant qualification OR any Bachelors Degree of any course will be considered. Training will be provided for the qualified applicant. Needs to have good communication skills, health and safety conscious, physically fit and drug free. Must be hard working,...

We have an opportunity for someone to join our family farming operation beginning in June 2025. Our awesome team member for 3 seasons is moving on so we are on the look out for an assistant manager to join our team and to work along side us as 50:50 sharemilkers where we run a family farming operation on the edge of the Hauraki Plains. We are family focussed with three small children and are passionate about working hard to farm well. We are a system 3 operation - growing our own maize and chicory crops. We milk friesian cows - with a fair few pets.  We need someone who has some farming experience and is passionate about farming  .  Job Position: 2IC / Senior Assistant Manager Location: Waikato - Hauraki Plains - Kaihere Farm size: Dairy: 96 ha How many cows: Dairy: 330 Shed size: 30 aside herringbone Accommodation: A warm 3 bedroom cottage with fire and heat pump and skyline garage with sleep out....

We are looking for a skilled 2IC who is honest, hard working and can work as part of a team while still capable of independence. We take pride in our farm so attention to detail is a must. Experience and references essential. Must be in New Zealand. In return we offer a competitive salary. We milk around 470 winter milk cows through a 36 ASHB with ACR's and protrack drafting twice a day. Will be run as a system 4 operation with cows going to the feed pad most days of the year. The farm is well set up and all flat contour. Send CV's to [email protected] Thanks

We are requiring an experienced 2ic/Manager to join our team, Must be currently in New Zealand to be considered. 360 cows milked through a 36 ashb shed. 160ha milking platform spring calving, a grass only system milking twice a day. Housing is a 3 bedroom farm cottage. Paeora township and schooling within 6km of the property. Must haves 3 references with CV, House proud/tidy , quiet with animals, and treat the farm equipment respectfully. Relief Milking or calf rearing maybe an option if wanted for partner  Farm Size (ha) 160 Peak Herd Size (cows) 380 Typical On-farm Staff 2 Position Start Date 11/12/2024 Accommodation available 3 bdrm Home Hour Type negotiable Average Hours Per week 50 Roster By negotiation Remuneration paid by By Negotiation